2 days Trek + 1 day kayak on the Namha & Namtha rivers

3 Day Combo | Trekking & Kayaking/Rafting

Tour Highlights

Trekking through the NamHa NPA (2 Days)
Kayaking or Rafting through the gorgeous Namtha & NamHa Rivers (1 Day)

Jungle-style Meals
Visit Minority Villages
Accommodations: Homestay or eco-lodge stay at Nalan and Houy Leuat Villages

Tour overview

Experience the power of the Namha River as you tackle one thrilling rapid after another, set against a backdrop of dramatic natural scenery at the heart of the Namha NPA. During the wet season the Namha River is one of the fastest flowing in Luang Namtha province
Face head-on the mighty Namtha River, as you tackle exciting rapids set against a backdrop of dramatic natural scenery. The Namtha River is the largest river in the province of Luang Namtha and provides excellent kayaking thrills year-round
Discover the enchanting natural world hidden deep within the primary rainforests of Namha NPA
Experience village life by spending two nights at a homestay or eco-lodge as a guest of the Khmu people at two separate and unique villages
Enjoy authentic Lao food prepared by your guides using the resources of the jungle and traditional bushcraft methods
Watch dramatic scenery unfold while paddling downriver, tackling exciting rapids and visiting remote communities on the way.

program DETAILS

DAY 1
TREKKING

Departure: 9:00 am
Finish: 4:00 pm (Nalan village)

Duration: 4-5 hours trek
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Difficulty: Easy-Moderate
Tour code: DL-3-TK-NH

TIMETABLE

Morning
At 9:00 am meet your tour guide at the Discovering Laos office and take a tuk-tuk ride to the start of the hiking trail. After a brief visit to the local Lao market for supplies we arrive at the beginning of the trail at 10:00 am and start a 4-5 hour hike. The trail winds its way up through dense rainforest before crossing streams at the base of a shaded valley and then on through a mosaic of cultivated lands and primary forests.

Afternoon
We stop for a picnic lunch in the heart of the jungle, taking time to appreciate the tranquil beauty of the natural landscape. After lunch we continue the hike for a further 2-3 hours, as the trail courses beneath the canopies of impressive old-growth forest, eventually giving way to an oasis of cultivated land comprising rice paddies, banana trees and fields of tall slender grasses. Later in the afternoon we reach the remote Nalan village, a timeless refuge at the heart of the jungle preserving the unique culture of the Khmu people.

Evening
After meeting the locals and exploring the village you can take a dip in the river and relax. A delicious Lao dinner will be served, after which spend time socializing with the locals or head straight to bed at the comfortable eco-lodge or, as a guest of a Nalan family at their homestay.

DAY 2
KAYAKING/RAFTING

Departure: 10:00 am
Finish: 3-4:00 pm (Houay Leuat village)

Duration: 5-6 hours kayak/raft
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Difficulty: Easy-Moderate
Tour code: DL-3-TK-NH

TIMETABLE

Morning
Wake up to the sound of village life with a tasty Lao breakfast and hot drink. At 10:00 am, after some basic instructions on paddling techniques and safety, we begin our paddling downriver, easing ourselves into the day with a couple of short visits to Khmu riverside villages. Soon after we find ourselves paddling through a dramatic cascade of roaring rapids.

Afternoon
We find a calm stretch of water and stop at a scenic spot for another delicious Lao picnic. After lunch we continue paddling downriver; the stunning beauty of the Nam Ha landscape opens before us, as stretches of calm water offer the chance to spot tropical birds and aquatic wildlife. Before long the current grows in strength. We speed through a series of rapids and fast-flowing channels before emerging on the mighty Namtha River. By 4:00pm we reach Houay Leuat village, our place to stay for the night.

Evening
Meet the locals, explore the surrounding area and take a refreshing dip in the river. At 7:00 pm our guides will have prepared an authentic Lao dinner. Later that night, depending on your chosen experience, drift to sleep in our eco-lodge, or at a village homestay, to the sounds of the jungle.

DAY 3
TREKKING or KAYAK/RAFT Optionals

Departure: 10:00am
Return: 3-4:00pm (Discovering Laos office)

Duration: 5-6 hours trek
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Difficulty: Moderate-Difficult
Tour code: DL-3-TK-NH

TIMETABLE

Morning
Wake up to the sounds of village life with a hearty Lao breakfast and drinks, freshly prepared by our ever-attentive guides. At 10:00 am we begin our hike, as the trail leads uphill through serene bamboo groves and continues deep into the wild jungle.

Afternoon
Lunch time – jungle style! Learn from our guides how to find and prepare your own food using the resources of jungle. Watch and learn, or get involved, as your lunch is cooked using authentic jungle techniques. We continue hiking on the trail through dense jungle, which soon becomes a rich mosaic of cultivated lands. Continuing on the trail, we eventually reach Hat Yong village. There our tuk-tuk driver waits to transport us back to Luang Namtha, reaching the Discovering Laos office around 3:00 pm.

Pricing

The price varies according to the number of participants and time of year. But will always decrease as more visitors book the same tour!

The price ranges from $88/person (USD) for 8+ Pax to $302/person (USD) for 1 Pax.

Contact us to check the availability of a tour & the number of people who may have already signed up for the tour for an accurate pricing.

You can contact us directly now via WhatsApp +8562022990344 for pricing, booking, tour information and further inquiries. Or reach us via the contact request form below if you prefer to send us an email.

WHAT DOES THE PRICE INCLUDE?

Vehicle transport
Local English speaking guide & assistant minority guide
Accommodation
- Mosquito net, pillow, blanket
Meals (7 meals)
Drinking Water
Helmet, Lifejacket & Drybag
National Park Fee
Community distribution
Government Taxes and fees

WHAT TO BRING?

Comfortable hiking footwear
Long trousers/pants
Swimwear, towel, and sandals/water shoes
Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses
Mosquito repellent
Rain jacket (rainy season June-Sep)
Warm clothes (winter Oct-March)
Head-torch or flashlight
Toilet paper & personal medicines
Cash (for handicraft & extras)

Note: Warm clothes for the evening and night is advisable during the winter, between Oct-March and especially to change into for the tuk-tuk ride back to the office after kayaking.